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Storm Damage and Your Home: What You Need to Know

The weather in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Twin Cities area of Minnesota can be described as unpredictable in many cases. Chances are, your home will be able to weather most storms that blow through your neighborhood. The truth is though, that even if you don't see major damage -- such as a tree that's fallen over on a portion of your house or your guttering system that's ripped off -- there are still other types of storm damage that can compromise the integrity of your home, and you might not even be aware of them.

Timing is the Key

Whether you can see visible storm damage or not, your timing is the key to protecting your home and your belonging. Obvious signs of damage to your home such as leaks inside or tree damage need to be addressed right away.

If your home has weathered a storm -- even if you don't see any damage -- you should still have it inspected by a professional. A good visual inspection by you on the ground is a great place to start. However, there are going to be things that only a professional will be able to see and assess from the vantage point of the roof.

There could be loose shingles that aren't visible to you from the ground. Left untreated, though, these shingles might allow rain, snow, and moisture to enter your home. They could also fly off without you knowing about it and leave sections of your roof vulnerable to the ravages of the weather.

Beyond Your Roof

While it's often obvious when your windows sustain storm damage, the less obvious areas of your home need to be inspected too. Doors can be subjected to a sustained battering that leaves them less secure on their hinges. Your front door can start to look weather-worn and less welcoming. Glass patio or deck doors could also show signs of wear and in their sturdiness.

Your home's siding is an often overlooked place where storm damage can show up. While most people think of their siding as an exterior material that's designed to make their home look great, siding also serves a protective purpose as well. This is why you should get it inspected after a storm.

The Window Store is your storm damage expert. We cover all the exterior areas of your home that could be subjected to storm damage -- windows, roof, and siding. Schedule a free estimate today and get your home looking great again!

I love that you emphasized how important it is to get the house checked even if you think that there is no visible damage. And I also appreciate that you explained how a roofer can give you more details about the condition of your house through assessing it from the top of your house. With that in mind, I will suggest to my cousin to hire roofers to check their house since they have experienced a storm lately. He said that there is no problem, but I insist that he gets it checked before an unseen damage worsens. Thanks! http://www.selectexteriorsmn.com/siding

Joy Butlersaid on 7/12/2018 12:49 AM:

I just visited my mom and found out that there are some damaged windows in her room due to the storm. Unfortunately, she cannot touch the cracked windows, and I also reminded her not to, because it might collapse and mess more. I agree with what you said that it should be checked in a timely manner so I immediately told her to call a professional to check and work on it! Thanks for this useful information as well! southernglassinc.com/index-5.html